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Breakers 1 · Old Florida Home · Gulf Front - Fully Restored

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Beach
Beach
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 61548 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Breakers 1 · Old Florida Home · Gulf Front - Fully Restored

3BR · 2.5BA · Sleeps 6 · Direct Gulf Front · Private Deck · Post-Hurricane 2025 Restoration · New Kitchen · Outdoor Shower ·

Some homes are more than just a place to stay — they hold a story. Breakers 1 is one of the last true Old Florida beach homes on Anna Maria Island, standing on the Gulf while everything around it has been replaced with newer construction. After the 2024 hurricanes, the home was restored — new kitchen, fresh updates throughout — while keeping the bones, the character, and the feel that guests have been returning for year after year.

Step off the deck and you're on the sand. No streets to cross, no path to navigate — the Gulf of Mexico is right there. The private Gulf-front deck is where the day ends at Breakers 1, whether that means morning coffee in the quiet before anyone else is up or an evening watching the sun drop into the water.

The home sleeps six across three bedrooms. The master suite has a king bed, an en-suite bath, and Gulf views. The guest room has two twin beds — right for families with younger kids. The loft has a queen bed with water views — open loft with no door, worth knowing if you're traveling with light sleepers or anyone who needs full privacy. The living area has vaulted ceilings, original details, and smart TVs throughout.

The kitchen is brand new — one of the most tangible improvements from the 2025 restoration. Fully equipped for a week of meals at home. An outdoor shower handles the sand. The garage provides covered parking for one car with two additional spaces outside — rare for a direct beachfront property on AMI.

The walkability here is exceptional even by Holmes Beach standards. Publix is within walking distance. CVS nearby. The free Anna Maria Island trolley stops close by for exploring the full length of the island without moving your car. Guests consistently report parking on arrival and never needing their car again until checkout.

A 5% military discount is available — contact IVP directly to apply.

Breakers 1 requires a one-week minimum stay with parking for 3 vehicles. Not pet-friendly.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Frequently asked questions

Is Breakers 1 · Old Florida Home · Gulf Front - Fully Restored pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Breakers 1 · Old Florida Home · Gulf Front - Fully Restored?

As of 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Breakers 1 · Old Florida Home · Gulf Front - Fully Restored on 27 Jun, 2026 start from S$1,194, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Breakers 1 · Old Florida Home · Gulf Front - Fully Restored?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Breakers 1 · Old Florida Home · Gulf Front - Fully Restored?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breakers 1 · Old Florida Home · Gulf Front - Fully Restored?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Breakers 1 · Old Florida Home · Gulf Front - Fully Restored located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ilexhurst holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

clarissa m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Enjoyed my stay with really no big complaints. All mattresses were very comfortable. The big bathroom was great for us all to shower and get ready. The other shower was way too small for an adult. Just need better, more comfy living room furniture. I would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2025
Thanks so much for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Beach Vacation

We loved staying at Breakers 1! It was a great location on the island and right on the beach. The beach was never crowded during our stay in July. The 2nd shower was small (think RV/camper size) but it was fine for our kids (ages 8, 10, 11) who did not mind. Having the garage to keep the bikes, etc was great! I felt the management company was very responsive, from us renting bikes to them sending someone out to check on the garage door; in fact, much better than I've experienced in other rentals. We would not hesitate to book this house again if we were to come back to AMI!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2025
Thank you for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location!

This property was a great find!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2023
We are happy to hear you found the location in the center of Holmes Beach to your liking. Breakers 1 is a great beach front home in a quiet area but near restaurants, stores and trolley stops. Thank you for your five star review. We hope you can plan a return visit in the near future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jean c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely cottage

Wonderful stay on the beach. Plenty of room and great views of the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your 5 star review, it is appreciated. The deck is a perfect place for dining while viewing spectacular sunsets. Breakers 1 is conveniently located near shops and restaurants. We hope you are planning a return visit to Anna Maria Island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation rental

Great area. Easy access to local stores and restaurants. Easy access to and from beach. Highly recommend this rental
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
We're thrilled you had a great time! It was our pleasure to have you, and we look forward to your next visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

Beautiful home & location!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home & perfect location on island! Home was very stocked with everything you could need, kitchen was gorgeous.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2025
We appreciate you choosing our place for your stay! Your visit meant a lot to us, and we hope to see you again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jannette M.

Beautiful location !

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very spacious clean we stay every year - also if it needs any maintenance they will come immediately to resolve - however I would suggest due to humidity and so close to the beach to always if any food out left on top of the counter place it in a ziplock - to avoid the roaches eating it if they come in - at times I would see some appearing behind the microwave therefore I would make sure I had everything sealed !
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2025
Thank you for the feedback and nice review. We hope you enjoyed your stay and to see you again! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vaca

Great house and beach front location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2024
Thanks so much for the kind review! We are happy you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation!

Property was very clean and literally steps from the waters edge! We enjoyed not having to tote everything we needed for a day at the beach. You could just go back and forth all day long. There were plenty of floats, chairs, umbrellas, boggie boards, toys etc in the garage. We could have used them, but the garage doors were recently replaced and we could not access the garage. We would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun, 2025
Thank you so much for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach House!

We had an excellent time. The home was clean and as described. We loved being right on the beach. The home had everything you needed for the week from kitchen supplies to beach towels. It was missing a laundry basket and we didn’t bring one, I messaged the rental service and it was there in an hour. I wasn’t expecting that kind of detail to service. We would love to stay again and recommend the place to anyone. Our group consisted of myself, husband, 19 year old son with 19 year old girlfriend, and 15 year old daughter. They loved it too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul, 2025
Thank you for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The greatest location on the island !

This property is amazing! The location and views are unbelievable. We are coming g back next year and I wish this was a 4 bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2022
Thank you Barbara for your review. We're happy that enjoyed your stay. Looking forward to having you again as a guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Very nice property in a great location to everything!

If you want a gorgeous view and just a few steps to the beach then this is the place. Very clean and has everything you need! We would definately recommend this home to all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
We are glad you enjoyed your stay at this gulf front home. Thank you for your 5 star recommendation. Breakers 1 is conveniently located close to shopping and restaurants. The free trolley makes it easy to explore Anna Maria Island. We hope you are planning a return visit to this beautiful island.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful stay

Everything was clean, and we’ll taken care of. We had beautiful weather. And the local food was fabulous Our house was located in one of the best spots on the beach. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a positive review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the beach and found the location convenient for your needs. We value your business and hope to see you again soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bob A.

Exactly as described

We loved it.. house is very close to the water and very close to grocery store and other businesses. Our family loved it and are looking for next year!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Thank you for a great review. We are glad you enjoyed the great beach just steps from the deck at Breakers 1. The beach home is located at the end of a quiet street, but within walking distance of restaurants and shops. Exploring Anna Maria Island is easy when using the free trolley service on Anna Maria Island. Looking forward to your return visit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo M.

Awesome place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Been there a few times. Looking forward to next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for the excellent review. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clint B.

Breakers 1

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful experience!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of your recent stay. We truly appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at the beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Worth to come back and we will
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2022
Thank you Gustavo for your review. We're glad you were able to experience the spectacular sunsets. We look forward to seeing you again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia R.

Best beach vacation!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved everything about this rental. Home was clean, nicely stocked with essentials and beach toys. The location is amazing!! We plan on a return trip next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Renter

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review of your recent stay. We truly appreciate your feedback and are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at the beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMI

Loved the house in AMI; it was lovely, clean, kitchen stocked with necessary cooking items, loved the view from the many windows facing the beach. I would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating. We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Good vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location could not have been any better. We wanted to be on the beach and we were just steps from being on the beach and in the water!! Would like to see a few basic items in the kitchen to cook with. Also, as mentioned in other reviews, the 2nd shower is way too small.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2024
Thank you and we appreciate your positive feedback! We're glad you had a great stay and look forward to seeing you again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frank J.

Winter escape

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay , a perfect location right in the middle of the island walking distance to dinning, grocery shopping and ice cream cone.The home was immaculate and our family enjoyed it very much. We will return. Over al 5 rated
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! It's wonderful to hear that you had a great stay and we're already counting down the days until your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice!

We have vacationed on AMI for Thanksgiving for the last 9 years. This place was roomy and you can not beat the location. Had an issue with keypad getting in but was resolved quickly. Master bathroom shower could use a door or shower curtain - spacious but can't help to get water on the floor. Overall great rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Dec, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Breakers 1. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the spectacular sunsets from this beach front home. We have passed your valuable feedback to the owner. Looking forward to welcoming you back for your 10th vacation on Anna Maria Island.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

Breakers 1 Vacation Rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a beautiful property that I would highly recommend. Meets all of our vacation needs. IVP has always been responsive to questions and issues (e.g. even rescuing our trash bins from the neighbor). I can’t wait to come back next month!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Liane E.

Holiday Break

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We met up with some family members during the holidays. The ample outdoor areas made safe gathering so enjoyable! Of course the perfect weather didn't hurt. We love this location. Its along a beautiful stretch of the coast and so handy to shopping.

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